and these great tips to avoid buying the wrong laptop/computer:
Some alternatives not discussed in the article by Laptop Magazine:
- Get a MacBook Pro with additional storage (512GB SSD, for example), and split the storage in order to be able to install Windows using Boot Camp. That way you can get the best of both worlds, macOS and Windows. This can be rather costly, though.
- Depending on your interests, tertiary institution requirements and budget, you could consider getting a first or second hand laptop, and run Linux (Ubuntu, for example) on it. Just like Macs can dual-boot macOS and Windows, a PC laptop can be set up to dual-boot Windows and Linux.
- A desktop and laptop combination; a powerful desktop or at least one that can be easily upgraded, and a light laptop with long battery life to take notes and do everyday tasks.
- Two laptops, a powerful one working as a desktop replacement "workhorse" for heavy tasks and a light one as a daily driver (see above).
- Options 3 & 4 may include a computer that you already own.
- Read/watch a few independent reviews before you buy. Availability of reviews will depend on model, make, popularity, etc.
- Recommended RAM is 8 GB minimum; for longevity purposes (and especially if you intend to to photo and video editing) 16 GB RAM is a great choice, if possible and affordable.
- The best secondary storage combination I can think of is an SSD (240 to 512 GB) combined plus an external large capacity hard disk drive (capacity depending on your individual needs and budget).
- Processors: Intel i5 or i7 (8th generation preferably, or 7th), AMD Ryzen 5 or 7 second generation (2000 series).
- Make sure that you get a laptop that doesn't overheat, or at least one that lets you control its thermals, by software or BIOS*.
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